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Books in Amazing Animal Facts series

  • Flamingos

    Kate Riggs

    Library Binding (Creative Co, Jan. 14, 2015)
    "A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of flamingos, the long-legged wading birds. Also included is a story from folklore explaining how flamingos came to live at salt lakes"--
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  • Komodo Dragons

    Valerie Bodden

    Library Binding (Creative Educ, Jan. 1, 2013)
    "A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of Komodo dragons, Earth's heaviest lizards. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why Indonesians respect Komodo dragons"--Provided by publisher.
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  • Giraffes

    Valerie Bodden

    Paperback (Creative Paperbacks, Feb. 18, 2020)
    From winged bats to furry wolves, and from leaping dolphins to stalking lions, the world of animals is wonderfully diverse. This popular series travels the planet to study these and other fascinating mammals, birds, reptiles, fish, and invertebrates. Beautiful photos are paired with STEM-appropriate text to examine the featured creature's appearance, habitat, behaviors, and life cycle. Each reissued title also presents a folk story that people have used to help explain the animal's appearance or behavior. This revised edition surveys key aspects of giraffes, describing the towering mammals' appearance, behaviors, and habitats. A folk tale explains why these creatures have long necks.
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  • Antelopes: Amazing Photos & Fun Facts Book About Antelopes

    Rita Terry

    Paperback (CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Aug. 28, 2016)
    Antelopes: Amazing Photos & Fun Facts Book About Antelopes Antelopes or Alcelaphinae are hollow horned deer-like mammals that are found mostly in Africa and Asia. They are a part of the Bovine family which makes them a close cousin of cows and sheep. There are over 90 species or different kinds of antelopes in the entire world. They come in all sizes and have unique physical appearances depending on their habitats. The biggest is the Eland antelope which can grow over six feet tall and weigh up to 1,800 pounds. The smallest one is the Royal Antelope which is about the size of a rabbit.
  • Amazing Facts About Australia

    Karin Cox, Steve Parish

    Paperback (Steve Parish Publishing Pty Ltd, Jan. 3, 2009)
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  • Animal Migration

    Janet McDonnell

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1989)
    Examines the migration habits of such animals as the caribou, red crab, ruby-throated hummingbird, and blue whale.
  • Amazing Animals: Vultures

    Kate Riggs

    Paperback (Creative Paperbacks, Sept. 15, 2015)
    A basic exploration of the appearance, behavior, and habitat of vultures, the carrion-eating birds of prey. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why vultures are bald.
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  • Animal Communication

    Janet McDonnell

    Library Binding (Childrens Pr, Jan. 1, 1989)
    Examines forms of animal communication, including alarm signals, indications of territory, and mating rituals.
  • Lions

    Valerie Bodden

    Library Binding (Creative Educ, Jan. 1, 2010)
    Presents an introduction to lions, describing the appearance, behavior, and habitat of the big cats of Africa and India, in a text that includes a story from folklore explaining why lions roar.
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  • Animal Camouflage

    Janet McDonnell

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1989)
    Describes forms, methods, and purposes of camouflage as used by different members of the animal kingdom.
  • Animal Builders

    Janet McDonnell

    Paperback (Childrens Pr, Sept. 1, 1989)
    Discusses the habitations built by such animals as the paper wasp, trapdoor spider, weaverbird and beaver.
  • Crocodiles

    Valerie Bodden

    Hardcover (Creative Education, Jan. 1, 2020)
    Surveys key aspects of crocodiles, describing their appearance, behaviors, and habitats. Also included is a story from folklore explaining why crocodiles have rough skin.
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